Crystal Elaine Johnson, 54, of Hickory passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023 at her home. Born July 23rd, 1968 she was the daughter of the late James Gudger Barrier and Millie Juanita Taylor. Crystal loved her family. She spent most of her life taking care of her children and grandchildren. Although she was born in North Carolina, she spent many of her adolescent years in Florida and always considered Florida home. She loved the beach and found the ocean peaceful, she was compassionate and always willing to help others in need. She was an avid reader; instilling the love of reading into her children. One of our favorite memories is her reading us stories while we were growing up. She will be deeply missed by her loved ones.

She is survived by her two daughters Tabitha Ashley Heavner (Adam) of Granite Falls and Summer Storm Barrier Guthrie (Brian) of Harmony; a son Lucas Ian Barrier Johnson (Ashley) of Hickory; nine grandchildren Isaiah Ian Barrier Johnson, Levi Shay Barrier, Peyton Scott Guthrie, Graham Adam Heavner, Carter James Heavner, Blake Michael Heavner, Riley June Heavner, Christoper Amir Williams, Harmony Shanee Williams Johnson; three nieces and nephews Joshua Watts, Clarissa Watts, Zachariah Watts.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by the love of her life, her late husband of 25 years Vincent David Johnson; a sister April Watts; and a brother James Barrier.

Please sign the online guestbook at www.caringcremations.net. The Johnson family has entrusted arrangements to Caring Cremations Life Celebrations and Funerals at 828-855-3350.